Paradigm melds three channels into compact form
updated 04:35 pm EDT, Fri April 20, 2007
Paradigm Millennia 20 Trio
Since many people have neither the space nor the money for powerful tower speakers, a number of companies are producing all-in-one speakerbars; the latest is by Paradigm, who have released their Reference Millenia 20 Trio. Left, right and center channels are combined into the same unit, and because of its horizontal orientation, it can be placed on surfaces like cabinets and mantels, or even the top of a television. There are only two major issues: the Trio does not have its own subwoofer, and it does not do simulated surround-sound, so buying rear-channel speakers will necessary for home theater purists. A Trio costs $1,000. [via Crave]



